Chimney Safety Tips from Mark: Prevent Chimney Fires, Save on Energy Costs; have your Chimney Inspected and Cleaned Annually
It is important to have your chimney inspected every year to be sure it is safe and functioning properly. Remember, your chimney exhausts hot, toxic gases and carbon monoxide from your home. Mark Maupin of Brick Repair, LLC, offers the following tips on chimney safety:
Have an annual inspection done by a chimney repair specialist. Cracked, leaky, deteriorating chimneys cause water damage and exhaust flow problems; waterproofing with a breathable substance which is sprayed onto the exterior of the chimney prevents water damage.
Have the fire place and firebox inspected annually for damage and wear; cracked bricks and deteriorating mortar joints; repairs must be made with heat resistant refractory mortar to restore structural integrity. Tuck pointing and repointing is the process for repairing mortar joints.
Put a chimney cover or chimney cap at the top of the flue to avoid moisture damage to masonry and steel chimneys and to keep birds and other small animals out.
If you have a wood stove, you may have a catalytic combustor, which requires cleaning about every 5 to 6 years; check the owner’s manual and stick to the maintenance schedule
A smelly fireplace, known as chimney breath is often caused by moisture, rain and humidity. Early spring is a good time for chimney cleaning to reduce summertime odors from moisture.
Chimney Sweeps are best done in the spring time, in case repairs are needed. Things get hectic in the fall, when most people have their chimneys cleaned, and if extensive repairs are needed, it might be difficult to get them done in time for winter.
Mild winters mean more chance of chimney fires as people choke back wood stoves on milder days, leading to more creosote accumulation. Many don’t realize this, so they put off having a chimney cleaned after a mild winter.
Dry wood is the best wood to burn. Of course, Oak and other hardwoods are the most selected, but softer wood is ok too, as long is it is properly dried. It’s much more important to burn dry wood than to worry about what kind it is.
Stove and vent pipes should be inspected at least once a year and replaced if they show signs of rusting or wear. It is also important that they be properly installed and fastened securely at joints.
Gas logs produce a lot of water vapor when they are burning, which can cause mold and mildew, leading to respiratory problems. If you burn gas logs, it’s a good idea to have a CO detector, which can be picked up at any home-improvement chain store.
Spring time is the best time to have you chimney inspected and cleaned if necessary. It is a great time for any repair or maintenance work to be done to eliminate mold and moisture problems, fire hazards and venting problems. Water proofing, chimney sweeps, chimney liners tuckpointing and chimney reconstruction are best done during spring, to assure safety and proper function in the winter.
Mark Maupin of Brick Repair, LLC has over 10 years experience in brick, block and masonry repair. He currently specializes in chimney repair and restoration. Mark has access to most all types of bricks and blocks to match up to the textures and colors needed for your restoration needs. Mark takes pride in his work as he restores the original beauty while maintaining structural integrity. Mark does not cut corners…he builds them.
Contact for Free Estimate:
Mark Maupin
Brick Repair, LLC.
(248) 895-7752
http://michiganchimneyrepair.com/
bricklayblockbust@comcast.net
Chimney repair, chimney restoration, chimney re-facing, tuck pointing, head joints, bed joints, chimney cap, chimney crown, chimney leaks, chimney roof flashing, chimney liners, chimney sweep performed in and around the following cities:
Detroit, Ferndale, Farmington, Royal Oak, Lincoln Park, Highland Park, Hamtramck, Farmington Hills, Bloomfield, West Bloomfield, Waterford, Oak park, Southfield, Huntington Woods, Berkley, Orchard Lake, Walled lake, Milford, Highland, White Lake, Commerce, South Lyon, New Hudson, Warren, Rochester Hills, Rochester, Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Wayne County
It is important to have your chimney inspected every year to be sure it is safe and functioning properly. Remember, your chimney exhausts hot, toxic gases and carbon monoxide from your home. Mark Maupin of Brick Repair, LLC, offers the following tips on chimney safety:
Have an annual inspection done by a chimney repair specialist. Cracked, leaky, deteriorating chimneys cause water damage and exhaust flow problems; waterproofing with a breathable substance which is sprayed onto the exterior of the chimney prevents water damage.
Have the fire place and firebox inspected annually for damage and wear; cracked bricks and deteriorating mortar joints; repairs must be made with heat resistant refractory mortar to restore structural integrity. Tuck pointing and repointing is the process for repairing mortar joints.
Put a chimney cover or chimney cap at the top of the flue to avoid moisture damage to masonry and steel chimneys and to keep birds and other small animals out.
If you have a wood stove, you may have a catalytic combustor, which requires cleaning about every 5 to 6 years; check the owner’s manual and stick to the maintenance schedule
A smelly fireplace, known as chimney breath is often caused by moisture, rain and humidity. Early spring is a good time for chimney cleaning to reduce summertime odors from moisture.
Chimney Sweeps are best done in the spring time, in case repairs are needed. Things get hectic in the fall, when most people have their chimneys cleaned, and if extensive repairs are needed, it might be difficult to get them done in time for winter.
Mild winters mean more chance of chimney fires as people choke back wood stoves on milder days, leading to more creosote accumulation. Many don’t realize this, so they put off having a chimney cleaned after a mild winter.
Dry wood is the best wood to burn. Of course, Oak and other hardwoods are the most selected, but softer wood is ok too, as long is it is properly dried. It’s much more important to burn dry wood than to worry about what kind it is.
Stove and vent pipes should be inspected at least once a year and replaced if they show signs of rusting or wear. It is also important that they be properly installed and fastened securely at joints.
Gas logs produce a lot of water vapor when they are burning, which can cause mold and mildew, leading to respiratory problems. If you burn gas logs, it’s a good idea to have a CO detector, which can be picked up at any home-improvement chain store.
Spring time is the best time to have you chimney inspected and cleaned if necessary. It is a great time for any repair or maintenance work to be done to eliminate mold and moisture problems, fire hazards and venting problems. Water proofing, chimney sweeps, chimney liners tuckpointing and chimney reconstruction are best done during spring, to assure safety and proper function in the winter.
Mark Maupin of Brick Repair, LLC has over 10 years experience in brick, block and masonry repair. He currently specializes in chimney repair and restoration. Mark has access to most all types of bricks and blocks to match up to the textures and colors needed for your restoration needs. Mark takes pride in his work as he restores the original beauty while maintaining structural integrity. Mark does not cut corners…he builds them.
Contact for Free Estimate:
Mark Maupin
Brick Repair, LLC.
(248) 895-7752
http://michiganchimneyrepair.com/
bricklayblockbust@comcast.net
Chimney repair, chimney restoration, chimney re-facing, tuck pointing, head joints, bed joints, chimney cap, chimney crown, chimney leaks, chimney roof flashing, chimney liners, chimney sweep performed in and around the following cities:
Detroit, Ferndale, Farmington, Royal Oak, Lincoln Park, Highland Park, Hamtramck, Farmington Hills, Bloomfield, West Bloomfield, Waterford, Oak park, Southfield, Huntington Woods, Berkley, Orchard Lake, Walled lake, Milford, Highland, White Lake, Commerce, South Lyon, New Hudson, Warren, Rochester Hills, Rochester, Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Wayne County
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